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    Big Daddy’s Hawaiian BBQ

    2.8 (13 reviews)
    Open • 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Skimpy portions. I ordered the bbq chicken and there was barely any chicken and it was full of rice. There was even more rice under the chicken. For 16$ this is absolutely diabolical.

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    Ordered the pulled pork plate and it was great! Portions were big and it paired great with the fresh pineapple

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